4.7. SR 01-04-2016Template Updated 4/14
Request for Action
To
Mayor and City Council
Item Number
4.7
Agenda Section
Consent
Meeting Date
January 4, 2016
Prepared by
Michael Hecker, Parks and Recreation Director
Item Description
Resolution Accepting Donation to the Parks and
Recreation Department
Reviewed by
Cal Portner, City Administrator
Reviewed by
Action Requested
Adopt, by motion, a resolution acknowledging the monetary contribution of $211.50 from David
Waldron for Woodland Trails Park
Background/Discussion
David Waldron designed and built the Rice Lake Scenic Overlook deck at the end of the Great Northern
Trail as an Eagle Scout project. His successful fundraising effort covered the project costs with a
remaining balance of $211.50.
He is donating the remaining funds and has requested the donation be used exclusively for Woodland
Trails Park.
His project was presented and recognized at the November Parks and Recreation Commission meeting.
Staff has sent David Waldron a thank you letter for his efforts and donation.
Pursuant to Minnesota Statute 465.03, resolutions acknowledging contributions must be adopted by a
four-fifths vote.
Financial Impact
N/A
Attachments
Resolution Acknowledging Donation
Councilmember _______________ introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption:
Resolution 16-____
A Resolution of the City of Elk River Acknowledging Contributions
WHEREAS, the City of Elk River is grateful to all civic groups, organizations, and
individuals for their contributions to the community; and
WHEREAS, the City of Elk River received a $211.50 donation from David Waldron with
the intent it be used by the Parks and Recreation Department for Woodland Trails Park.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council, by at least four-fifths
vote, to acknowledge the support and commend David Waldron for his donation.
The motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember
______________, and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following against: , whereupon said
resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
The following members were present:
and the following absent:
Passed and adopted this 4th day of January 2016.
John J. Dietz, Mayor
ATTEST:
Tina Allard, City Clerk